Based on the commissioning passage

Called & Sent.

To the ends of the world, and to the end of the age.

Everyday people, transformed by Jesus and sent out together to make disciples of all nations. No perfect resume required — come as you are.

“ Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. Matthew 28:19–20

The journey · Everyday growth

Discipleship Pathways

Wherever you are on the journey, there's a next step. Here's how everyday people get involved and grow.

“How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news.”Romans 10:15

Step One

Discover

New to faith or just exploring? Start here with introductory courses and videos made for honest questions.

Explore the basics

Step Two

Grow

Go deeper with Bible reading plans, study guides, and discipleship cohorts that build lasting roots.

Find a cohort

Step Three

Go

Live it out through local outreach and global missions opportunities near you and around the world.

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The sent ones

Our Team

Called at different times, from different places — sent together for the same mission.

Rom and Trish first met as classmates in the Pathways Program at Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond — on Zoom. Called & Sent grew out of that friendship.

Romulo A. Alejandro

Pathways Program · Union Presbyterian Seminary

Born in the Philippines

Rom's call came early. At thirteen, after a communicants' class taught by Reverend Kenneth Kettlewell, he gave his life to Christ — and first dreamed of becoming a minister and a missionary.

Family and cultural expectations pointed elsewhere. He earned a degree in accounting, came to the United States in 1973 as a student, completed his MBA, and was hired by Arthur Young — now Ernst & Young — then one of the world's "Big 8" firms. A career in corporate finance followed, and with it a family he calls his blessings: a daughter who is a lawyer, a son who is a filmmaker, and three grandchildren.

The dream never left him. After forty-three years, he answered it.

"After forty-three years in the corporate world, I finally listened to the 'still small voice' and followed the dream I first had at thirteen."

Called at 13MBA43 years in corporate financeGrandfather of three

Patricia Leonard Higgins

Commissioned Ruling Elder · Ashland Presbyterian Church

Hanover County, Virginia

Trish — a native of Hanover County — describes herself as "not normally a risk-taker," which makes her story all the more striking. In 1971 she entered the University of Virginia with its second-ever class of undergraduate women, earned her nursing degree, and later returned for a master's in community health. Her career was spent in public health nursing, including twenty-five years teaching at her alma mater. She and her husband Ron, whom she met during orientation week, have been married fifty-one years.

Then came August 2017. The "Unite the Right" rally in her longtime home of Charlottesville left her deeply distressed, and sent her searching for how her faith should answer such a moment. That search led to the Pathways Program at Union Presbyterian Seminary — and to a Zoom classmate named Rom.

Since 2024 she has served as a commissioned lay pastor at Ashland Presbyterian Church, whose mission statement reads: "Called to love, Sent to serve." She is now in her final year of a dual M.Div. and Master's in Public Theology.

"These are all doors that I never expected to open for me, but which have required me to enter and walk through."

UVA, second class of womenPublic health nurse25 years teachingM.Div. candidate

Rev. Dr. Nelson Reveley

Pastor for Discipleship · Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church

Richmond, Virginia

Nelson is an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) who leads discipleship at Grace Covenant in Richmond — guiding adults and families in prayer, formation, and practical faith.

He studied religion at Princeton, earned a Master of Divinity at Union Presbyterian Seminary and a Master of Theology at Princeton Theological Seminary, and holds a doctorate in religious studies from the University of Virginia, where his work focused on Christian ethics — economics, human flourishing, and ecology.

Rom first met him years ago, when Nelson worked with his daughter on a high school project. They met again decades later at Grace Covenant, and the friendship has continued over coffee at Ellwood Thompson's ever since. He is known for preaching that stays with people — thoughtful, carefully prepared, and honest.

"Nelson is my mentor, and I believe he is God-sent — not only to me, but to many people."Romulo Alejandro

PrincetonUnion Presbyterian SeminaryPh.D., University of VirginiaOrdained PC(USA)

Our Vision

Called by Grace,
Sent in Love, Serving in Faith

Called & Sent envisions a world where lives are transformed by the love, grace and truth of Jesus Christ — where individuals and communities are empowered and fully equipped to live out the Commission through faith, compassion, service and discipleship.

Rooted in Richmond, Virginia, and extending its spirit of service beyond local boundaries. Guided by the Holy Spirit, our mission is to share the Gospel, serve those in need, welcome the stranger, support refugees and isolated neighbors, and cultivate meaningful relationships across generations.

We believe that every person is called by God and sent into the ends of the world to reflect the love of Christ — building a ministry that bridges faith and action, bringing together individuals, churches, volunteers and communities in a shared commitment to the Kingdom of God.

The road ahead

Our Five-Year Priorities

01
Gospel Proclamation and Discipleship

To faithfully proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ and encourage spiritual growth through biblical study, prayer, fellowship, and discipleship grounded in Matthew 28:16–20.
02
Compassionate Community Outreach

To serve refugees, immigrants, vulnerable individuals, and isolated neighbors with dignity, compassion, and practical assistance — recognizing Christ in every person we encounter.
03
Intergenerational Faith and Fellowship

To create welcoming opportunities for young adults, Gen Z, millennials, and older generations to gather in meaningful conversation, share their faith journeys, and grow together in Christian community.
04
Partnership in Christian Service

To establish collaborative relationships with churches, faith-based organizations, and community partners who share our commitment to the Gospel and compassionate service.
05
Sustainable Mission and Volunteer Leadership

To develop a faithful, sustainable volunteer organization that cultivates servant leadership, responsible stewardship, and a lasting commitment to God’s calling.

“ Love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind… You shall love your neighbor as yourself. Matthew 22:37–39

Our Foundational Declaration

Called & Sent believes that the Church is not merely a place where people gather, but a community of believers sent into the world to embody the love of God.

May our mission always glorify the Father, proclaim the Son, and be empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Romulo A. Alejandro · Founder

Stories from around the world

Lives being changed

“I came for the free coffee and a friendly face. I stayed because, for the first time, I felt genuinely known and loved.”

Maria A.

São Paulo, Brazil

“Reading Scripture in my own language for the first time — I finally understood that this good news was written for me, too.”

Minh T.

Hanoi, Vietnam

“Our little house church started with three of us. Two years on, we've sent our first missionaries to the next village.”

Daniel R.

Madrid, Spain

Called & Sent.

You're already called. Take the next step.